Misted Fern 482 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #979B73, LRV 31 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Desert Shadows from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #979B73 · 482
Misted Fern
31%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Misted Fern Technical Profile
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Misted Fern in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Misted Fern in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMisted Fern
Nearly identical
BehrDesert Shadows
Desert Shadows
Behr
Nearly identical
Jalapeño Tango
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Pine Trail
PPG
Nearly identical
Aged Avocado
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Garden of Paradise
Valspar
Nearly identical
Avocado Mask
Kilz
Very similar
French Pear
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rookwood Jade
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Desert Sage
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Yeabridge Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grey Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Misted Fern
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Misted Fern
#979B73
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Misted Fern
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Misted Fern Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Misted Fern — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Misted Fern have?
Misted Fern by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Misted Fern in your own space before committing.
What colors match Misted Fern from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Misted Fern are Desert Shadows by Behr (a near-identical match), Alamosa Green by Behr (a near-identical match), Shortgrass Prairie by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Misted Fern's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Misted Fern?
Misted Fern has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Misted Fern's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.